About Evening Certificates

The Evening Certificate Programs from UC Berkeley Extension offer full-time, post-baccalaureate education for international students. Most certificates can be completed in 9–12 months.

UC Berkeley Extension is the continuing- and professional-education branch of the University of California, Berkeley. UC Berkeley is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). UC Berkeley Extension—like all other UC Berkeley schools, colleges and departments—is accredited by WASC through the University.

Contact Evening Certificate Programs

Evening Certificate Program staff members are available to answer questions about certificates, the application process, visa issues, housing and other inquiries.

Evening Certificate Programs
1995 University Ave., Suite 100
Berkeley, CA 94704-7000
Email: ecp@unex.berkeley.edu
Phone: +1-510-642-2564
Fax: +1-510-643-0216

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